color trends

You already knew emerald would be huge news for 2013, but now that two more shades of green have been announced as Pantone's top hues of the season, it's officially the color of the moment. According to today's WWD, "Leading the pack, deep lichen green (somewhere between army and khaki) topped the women’s list and finished third on the men’s side. While green is not exactly a shocker of a fall color, it turned up in the more unusual hues of emerald and linden green on both lists. Sizing up fall’s prizewinning palette, Pantone Color Institute’s executive director, Leatrice Eiseman said, 'If you ever walked in the forest or the woods in the fall when the leaves have fallen, there is such a gorgeous mélange of color. This palette reflects those wonderful fall colors but at the same time there are colors that bring a certain sturdiness and structure.'" Rounding out the women's list are Açai (a deep purple), Mykonos Blue (a shade reminiscent of the sea near the Greek island), Turbulence (a deep slate gray), Samba (a fiery red), Carafe (a brown that falls somewhere between coffee and chocolate), Koi (a bold orange the same color as the fish), read more

You already know that pastels are having a major moment this season, but how do you accessorize them? Take a cue from Salma Hayek, who rocked the red carpet in a completely chic color combo... read more

If you think pantsuits are still just a shortcut to looking like Hillary Clinton, we dare you not to change your mind after seeing this photo of a super-chic Freida Pinto on the red carpet over the weekend... read more

Last night was the American Museum of Natural History's annual Museum Dance--remember, the one you lovely lasses helped me get dressed for!?--and since the theme was Bright Young Things, there were tons of well-dressed women in bold colored frocks everywhere. Check out a few of my favorites and steal their style tips, after the jump. read more

Neon is having a major moment right now, but can you pull it off while it's still chilly out? Bobbi Brown gave it the thumbs-up for your face, and now, Today's Best Dressed Reader makes it work with her wardrobe... read more

There have been tons of studies over the years that associate the color red with passion, excitement, increased heart rate--even hunger!--but a new study confirms that a woman wearing red gives off a stronger signal of being "interested in sex" than one in any other color. read more

What happens when the season's hottest bag (that would be the Cambridge Satchel--remember my neon pink version?) and the season's hottest color (Pantone's Tangerine Tango, naturally) get together? read more

You already know Tangerine Tango has been named the color of 2012, but now Pantone has released nine other hot hues that will be ruling the runways along with it at New York Fashion Week. Wanna see? read more

Remember back in September when Megan shared these amazing pink suits from Spring 2012 Fashion Week with all of you? They've officially hit stores in the form of separates, so to make wearing the trend that much easier, I've put together these seven looks ready for you to shop now. Not into the pink blazer idea? Try a tailored top with your pants for a similar, but not so business-like look. read more

Electric cobalt-colored pieces have been everywhere for a few seasons now and we're still crushing on the color as part of a bold, color-blocked ensemble or as an easy way to brighten your neutrals. Take a look at my favorite pieces today, all under $100, and pick up something for your closet! read more

We've talked head-to-toe red here before (remember Cate Blanchett's Armani Prive look? And Eva Mendes' Gucci dress?) and like me, most of you are into the idea of sporting a full scarlett-colored ensemble. But today, I may have just found my all-time favorite red outfit yet: this next look from Giambattista Valli's Pre-Fall 2012 collection. Take a peek and tell me if you agree! read more

Pastels were all over the spring runways (Remember these looks I shared with you last week?) but there's one hue that's really making its mark in stores and with everyone in our offices: cool mint green. Wear it now with white or other pastel hues, and for a look that really screams Spring 2012, add a silver accessory. read more

Pastels have been everywhere lately, and, dare I say it, almost taking the place of bold neons on the runways. So how can you wear 'em now before the balmy weather's here? Let these next looks show you how. read more

There's one hard and fast rule to wearing yellow: You can't be a shrinking violet! Check out how a few of our favorite celebs have been working the hot hue all over the red carpet, then shop the look for a whole lot less. read more

Mustard yellow is this season's must-have color (look to the runways of Isaac Mizrahi, Giambattista Valli, and Hermés for proof), but if you're still not sure how to wear it, let Blair Waldorf show you how! read more

Not quite ready to say goodbye to bright color as cooler temps move in? Take a cue from Ann Taylor's spring 2012 preview, where we spotted an easy breezy combo that you can easily wear this fall... read more